What is the best neighborhood in Houston to open a Deli?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Houston to open a Deli is Pleasantville Area, with 82% average survivability. 57 of 57 neighborhoods analyzed exceed the 70% two-year survival threshold.

How much more revenue can a Deli make in the best vs. average Houston neighborhood?

In Pleasantville Area, the best possible Deli location in Houston offers approximately 6.4% more expected revenue than the average location. The worst-performing neighborhoods could yield approximately 4.3% less than average.

What is the city-wide average survivability for Deli in Houston?

The city-wide average survivability for Deli across Houston is 79% for surviving more than 2 years. Top neighborhoods like Pleasantville Area substantially outperform this average, reaching 82%.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Deli in Houston?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Houston for Deli include Braeburn with 78% average survival chance, Independence Heights, and Westwood. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates.

How accurate are StreetSpring's Deli survivability predictions?

StreetSpring publishes its accuracy on the methodology page, stated with its base rate: how often the model tells an open business from a closed one on cities held out of training, its precision on risk flags, and its discrimination. Each score draws on 100+ factors and is reported as the projected chance of lasting two or more years, never as a guarantee. With StreetSpring, you can see the precise probability of success for countless business models at any exact location.

Survivability Rankings for Deli in Houston

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Houston to open a Deli, from Pleasantville Area (82% survival) to Braeburn (78%).

September 25, 2026•12 min read

By Robert Koons | Last reviewed: September 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address

#1 Neighborhood: Pleasantville Area: 82% average survivability for Deli

Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 57 of 57 analyzed

City-wide average: 79% for Delis

Most challenging area: Braeburn at 78%

Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~6.4% more expected revenue in Pleasantville Area

Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

Summary
10 Best Neighborhoods
Where Would a Deli Make the Most Money?
What Should I Consider?
Where Should I Start?
FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
FAQ: Can a Deli Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
FAQ: Is a Deli a Good Tenant?
Landlord Survivability Data
Best Neighborhoods for Any Business

Summary

Opening a Deli in Houston? Our 2026 analysis identifies Pleasantville Area as the top location with 82% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 84% and the most challenging locations in Pleasantville Area at 78%. The worst neighborhoods include Braeburn with 78% average chance. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates.

What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Houston to Open a Deli?

Pleasantville Area ranks #1 of 57 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Houston for Deli survivability, with a 82% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	At a good address	Average Locations	Best Locations	Challenging Locations
1	Pleasantville Area	84.0%	79.0% to 84.0%	83.0% to 84.0%	77.0% to 79.0%
2	Carverdale	83.5%	79.0% to 84.0%	83.0% to 84.0%	75.0% to 77.0%
3	Addicks Park Ten	83.5%	79.0% to 84.0%	83.0% to 84.0%	73.0% to 75.0%
4	Central Southwest	83.5%	78.0% to 83.0%	83.0% to 84.0%	74.0% to 75.0%
5	Denver Harbor/Port Houston	83.1%	79.0% to 84.0%	83.0% to 84.0%	76.0% to 78.0%
6	South Park	83.1%	79.0% to 83.0%	83.0% to 84.0%	77.0% to 79.0%
7	South Acres/Crestmont Park	83.1%	78.0% to 83.0%	83.0% to 84.0%	75.0% to 77.0%
8	East Little York/Homestead	83.1%	78.0% to 82.0%	83.0% to 84.0%	76.0% to 78.0%
9	Kingwood	83.1%	77.0% to 82.0%	83.0% to 84.0%	69.0% to 71.0%
10	South Main	82.6%	79.0% to 83.0%	82.0% to 84.0%	74.0% to 76.0%

Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations. New competitor openings and closures happen weekly: the live tool ensures you see the latest picture.

Survivability ranges reflect best and worst storefront conditions within each neighborhood. See our full methodology →

Try StreetSpring to see if this location is still the best and see if there are locations to rent in this area right now.

Where in or Around Houston Would a Deli Make the Most Money?

In Pleasantville Area, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~6.4% more than the average location in or around Houston.

On the other hand, in Braeburn, the worst possible location could result in making ~4.3% less than the average location in the city.

Where you open matters more than anything else. Opening a Deli in Houston requires careful location choice. Across 57 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Deli is 79% for lasting more than 2 years, due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. Our models show that the optimal location profile varies dramatically from one business category to the next.

What Should I Consider When Opening a Deli in or Around Houston?

When selecting a location for a Deli in or around Houston, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. A high Revenue Capture Score is the clearest signal that a location can sustain a profitable business. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. We apply advanced machine learning to massive commercial real estate datasets to build accurate models. Strategic clustering can actually boost performance by creating destination zones. StreetSpring leverages exclusive data sources and custom models for these projections. StreetSpring scores 500+ business types: 153 base business types, most of them at 5 price points, which is 569 type-and-price combinations you can choose in the tool.

This can be summarized as:

Revenue Capture Score = Projected Market Share × Forecasted Spend on Specific Business

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. For the most accurate predictions, always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform.

Where in or Around Houston Should I Start a Deli?

The strongest survivability scores belong to Pleasantville Area, Carverdale, and Addicks Park Ten, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Braeburn, Independence Heights, and Westwood. Neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation: always check your specific address. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Houston to Open a Deli?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Deli in Houston is Pleasantville Area with 82% average survivability, followed by Carverdale and Addicks Park Ten. 57 of 57 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

The live platform incorporates the most recent competitor, vacancy, and spending data for your exact address.

Can a Deli Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Houston?

Yes, neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation. Even in neighborhoods ranked outside the top 10, individual storefronts with strong foot traffic, low direct competition, and favorable lease terms can outperform the area average. A low-ranking neighborhood can still contain high-potential storefronts: the address matters most. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Deli Rankings in Houston Updated?

StreetSpring recalculates survivability scores regularly using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. Rankings are updated quarterly; the live tool always reflects the most current predictions for any address in Houston.

Is a Deli a Good Tenant for Houston Landlords?

In Pleasantville Area, StreetSpring forecasts a 79.0% to 84.0% average chance for a new Deli to survive more than 2 years, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Deli in Houston

From a risk-assessment perspective, a Deli tenant in Pleasantville Area carries the lowest risk with average survivability of 79.0% to 84.0%. Carverdale presents moderate risk (79.0% to 84.0%), and Addicks Park Ten carries comparatively higher risk at 79.0% to 84.0%. See which business types are most likely to succeed at your property address right now.

StreetSpring delivers pinpoint accuracy down to the exact storefront location.

What Are the Best Neighborhoods in or Around Houston for My Business Overall?

You can see the best neighborhoods in or around Houston to open any type of business in our article Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: Houston.

Business Survivability Rankings: Houston: See how Deli compares to all other business types in Houston
Best Cities to Open a Deli in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Deli
Business Survivability in Pleasantville Area, Houston: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Carverdale, Houston: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Addicks Park Ten, Houston: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for Houston are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.

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StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.

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